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This was a great overview and I very much appreciated the review of the products on the market. Also knowing that pruritis and acting "wired" are two possible side effects that should stop me from using it in certain individuals is very helpful.

Madeline Scofield (1 Jul 2018)

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Description

With the increase in interest and awareness about the medicinal applications of cannabis in humans, pet owners have shown a similar interest in its application for disease management in companion animals.

Few studies have been published on the applications, efficacy, and safety of cannabinoids in companion animals. The focus of this Specialty Update is on what is known about hemp and plant cannabinoid derivatives and their applications. This presentation includes a Roundtable Discussion regarding commercially available products, what consumers and prescribers need to know when selecting products, and their clinical applications in companion animals.

Objectives

Understand more about plant cannabinoids and their clinical applications

- The differences between marijuana and hemp and their cannabinoid derivatives
- The endocannabinoid system and cannabinoid receptors
- Biologic effects of cannabinoids
- Clinical applications for cannabinoids including behavioral health, pain management, neurologic disorders, inflammatory conditions, and cancer
- A Roundtable Discussion including commercially available products, what consumers and prescribers need to know when selecting products, and their applications in companion animals

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User Reviews(3)

This was a great overview and I very much appreciated the review of the products on the market. Also knowing that pruritis and acting "wired" are two possible side effects that should stop me from using it in certain individuals is very helpful.